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2 Psychology at Monash University Malaysia The academic team teaching psychology at Monash University Malaysia is actively involved in research on a variety of topics. The psychology team has received competitive external grants and all have published in internationally recognised journals and empirical volumes. The psychology curriculum is especially oriented towards improving critical communication and critical thinking skills. Students are exposed to multiple mediums of learning including lectures, tutorials and labs, where they are encouraged to actively engage in debates and open discussions. The Psychology program introduced a computerised interactive teaching tool called MyPsych Lab in a number of psychology units. To best achieve the learning goals, numerous modes of assessment such as online quizzes, exams, reports, presentations and lab journals are used to track students development in multiple domains. Besides the Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business and Honours Degree of Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business (Psychology), students may opt to pursue an arts degree with a major in Psychology, offered by the School of Arts and Social Sciences, or a science degree majoring in psychology offered by the School of Science. Ranking and recognition For rankings please refer to the Monash University website Monash University Malaysia has been given Self-Accreditation Status by the Malaysian Qualifications Agency (MQA). Both the Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business and Honours Degree of Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business (Psychology) have been accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council. Monash is ranked: 38th in the world for Psychology by the QS World University Rankings by Subjects PhD in Psychology Students who have completed the undergraduate level of Psychology, including honours, may choose to study a doctorate. The Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) comprises courses and research through the guidance of a supervisor. It shall be an original contribution to the field of study and is required to meet internationally recognised standards for such work. Students wishing to study a PhD in Psychology must hold an appropriate postgraduate qualification or have completed the honours course in psychology. For a list of the potential PhD supervisors see: postgraduate/supervisors A quick guide to PhD admission This checklist will guide you through the admission process: Step 1: Check your eligibility Step 2: Obtain an invitation to apply Step 3: Apply for a course and scholarship Step 4: Accept you offer For further details on how to apply, please visit the Monash University Institute of Graduate Research website: Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business Duration: 3 years Intakes: February, July and October This course provides students with psychological training suitable for working in a business environment. It offers an undergraduate major in psychology along with core business units, and a major sequence offered by the School of Business. Structure The course consists of: A 10-unit undergraduate major sequence in psychology Psychology 1A Psychology 1B Developmental and biological psychology Research design and analysis Personality and social psychology Organisational psychology Psychological testing, theories of ability and ethics Cognition and perception Abnormal psychology Research methods and theory Six core business units from the School of Business Principles of accounting and finance Malaysian business law Business statistics Introductory microeconomics Introduction to management Marketing theory and practice An eight-unit major offered by the School of Business Select one of the following majors Accounting Banking and finance Business law Econometrics and business statistics Economics International business Management Marketing 1

3 YEAR ONE Semester one Principles of accounting and finance Introduction to management Marketing theory and practice Psychology 1A Semester two Introductory microeconomics Malaysian business law Business statistics Psychology 1B YEAR TWO Semester one Developmental and biological psychology Research design and analysis Semester two Personality and social psychology Organisational psychology YEAR THREE Semester one Psychological testing, theories of ability and ethics Cognition and perception Semester two Abnormal psychology Research methods and theory *Consist of eight different units. Please refer to areas of study for the list of majors Outcomes Upon completion of this course, students would have: been exposed to a broad cross section of topics relevant to applied and professional psychology acquired a basic knowledge of core business disciplines and specialised knowledge in one business area developed effective interpersonal and communication skills mastered the essential research design, statistical analyses and methods of written and oral communication relevant to the fields of psychology and business developed an understanding of psychology in a business environment acquired skills in modern information technologies, which will enhance their effectiveness in employment the ability to commence and develop careers in psychology, marketing, management, human resources or other corporate sectors acquired the skills and aptitude to progress to postgraduate studies and/ or research. General Studies (Mata Pelajaran Pengajian Umum, MPU) The Malaysian Ministry of Education and Malaysian Qualifications Agency have officially announced the offering of General Studies (GS) for all higher learning institutions. The objective of General Studies is to provide a holistic education across disciplines and engaging students in lifelong learning. All students are required to undertake General Studies (GS) throughout the duration of their course. Students will be required to undertake the prescribed MPU U1 units as well as MPU U2, MPU U3 and MPU U4 units from a set list of units proposed by Monash University Malaysia. The General Studies(GS) Office oversees the administration of General Studies. Students may monash.edu for more information. Honours Degree of Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business (Psychology) Duration: 1 year (Full-time), 2 years (Part-time) Intake: February Upon successful completion of the bachelor's degree, students can opt to extend their studies for an extra year. This is a unique opportunity for students to develop their skills as a junior researcher, and it prepares them for the transition into pursuing a higher degree such as Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) and Doctor of Psychology (DPsych). Students with Honours degree in Psychology from Monash University Malaysia can apply for Higher Degree by Research (HDR) programs directly. Honours degree in Psychology at Monash University Malaysia is also fully accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council (APAC) and approved by the Psychology Board of Australia (PsyBA). Prerequisites Applicants must possess a bachelor s degree and a major sequence in psychology accredited by the Australian Psychology Accreditation Council or a qualification assessed as equivalent by the council. Ordinarily, those who pursue the honours program are students who would have completed the Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business or its equivalent, at Monash University Malaysia. 2

4 English language requirements All students who apply for a Monash University course must satisfy English entry requirements. If a student has completed several measures of English proficiency over a period of time, only the most recent demonstration of English proficiency will be considered. Some courses have higher English entry requirements than those listed below. Check individual course requirements by referring to the Course Finder at: English requirements can be met in one of the following ways: 1. English (Australian Year 12 equivalent): Students must complete an English subject that is equivalent to units 3 and 4 of VCE English and also meet the required prerequisite score for the Monash University course they have applied for. The equivalent English subject must be taken within 2 years prior to the course commencement date (other time limitation periods may apply). For equivalent English subject scores please refer to the Undergraduate Qualification Database located at: monash.edu/study/international/apply/qd 2. English is the language of instruction, communication and assessment for the entire institution: Students can meet the English language requirement if they have undertaken the following studies at an institution where English is the language of instruction, communication and assessment for the entire institution as follows: Undergraduate admission: satisfactorily completed the equivalent of two standard full-time semesters at Australian VET diploma level or above which must be taken within 2 years prior to the course commencement date. Postgraduate admission: satisfactorily completed the equivalent of one standard full-time year (48 Monash credit points) of postgraduate study which must be taken within 2 years prior to the course commencement date, or satisfactorily completed the equivalent of a minimum of three standard full-time semesters (72 Monash credit points) at Australian VET diploma level or higher which must be taken within 2 years prior to the course commencement date. Documentary evidence in the form of an official letter is required from the institution at which the study was undertaken. The document must be written and signed by the institution s registrar (or other authorised person) of the education institution to the satisfaction of the Academic Board. 3. English Proficiency Tests: The following English proficiency tests are accepted by Monash University: Academic IELTS (International English Language Testing System). For more information visit The University s minimum English requirement is an Academic IELTS overall band score of 6.5 with no band less than 6.0 Internet/Paper-based TOEFL (American Test of English as a Foreign Language). For more information visit The University s minimum English requirement is an Internet-based TOEFL total score of 79 with 12 in Listening, 13 in Reading, 21 in Writing and 18 in Speaking OR A certified Paper-based TOEFL with a total score of 550 with a TWE of 4.5 Pearson Test of English (Academic). For more information visit The University s minimum English requirement is a Pearson Test of English Academic overall score of 58 with no Communicative Skills lower than 50. In order for the above English Proficiency tests to be considered they must be taken within 24 months prior to the course commencement date. Monash English Bridging (MEB) Monash University Malaysia also offers Monash English Bridging (MEB) for students who do not meet the undergraduate or postgraduate English entry requirements. Upon successful completion of MEB, students will gain the proficiency needed to succeed at Monash University and have guaranteed entry into selected university courses. Some Monash University courses do not accept MEB. For more information visit: To view MEB entry requirements please visit: For more information regarding admission to coursework courses and units of study procedures please refer to the following link: education/admissions/admissions-coursework-courses -units-of-study-procedures.html Monash University reserves the right to ask students to undertake an approved English proficiency test to meet English course requirements. Entry requirements for Monash University are subject to change. 3

5 Pathways to pursue a Psychology degree and/or postgraduate degree at Monash Undergraduate Degree Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business Bachelor of Arts (Social Sciences) (Major in Psychology) Bachelor of Science (Major in Psychology) Honours Degree Honours degree of Bachelor of Psychological Science and Business (Psychology) Honours degree of Bachelor of Arts Postgraduate studies Master of Psychology (Counselling) Australia Master of Psychology (Educational and Developmental) Australia Master of Counselling Australia Master of Philosophy Australia Master of Professional Psychology Australia Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Psychology Australia Doctor of Psychology in Clinical Neuropsychology Australia Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) Australia and Malaysia Career opportunities Upon graduation, career opportunities are vast for graduates with qualifications in both business and psychology. They include organisational psychologist, human resources manager, industrial relations consultant, market researcher, public policy adviser, training and development coordinator, and international business manager. Students completing these programs are well prepared to undertake further studies towards clinical practice or research. Graduates who wish to practise as a psychologist will need to undertake further studies and supervised training. 4

6 Monash University Malaysia is jointly owned by the Jeffrey Cheah Foundation and Monash University Contact us Business hours: Mondays to Fridays 8.30am 6pm Counselling hours for course enquiries: 8.30am 6pm Mondays to Fridays, and 9am 12.30pm on Saturdays. Closed on Sundays and Public Holidays. Enquiries T F E Address Monash University Malaysia Jalan Lagoon Selatan Bandar Sunway Selangor Darul Ehsan Malaysia monash.edu.my monashmalaysia The information in this brochure is correct at the time of publication. Monash University Malaysia reserves the right to change the information in line with updates, from time to time. Please check the website, for the latest information. October 2014 DULN002(B) Co. No U (Date of establishment: 20 March 2000) R/311/6/0008, N/310/6/003, F2-K013 M10Y14-V1

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